Islamic ArtJewelry20th century
Armlet is a jewelry created in 20th century using silver, with silver shot, unidentified black material, turquoise beads, and… measuring H. 2 1/2 in. (6.4 cm) W. 3 in. (7.6 cm) D. 1/2 in. (1.3 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Silver, with silver shot, unidentified black material, turquoise beads, and slightly domed carnelians |
| Dimensions | H. 2 1/2 in. (6.4 cm) W. 3 in. (7.6 cm) D. 1/2 in. (1.3 cm) |
| Classification | Jewelry |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Marshall and Marilyn R. Wolf, 2015 |
| Date | 20th century |
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Armlet?
Armlet is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Armlet created?
Armlet dates to 20th century.
What material is Armlet made from?
Armlet is crafted from silver, with silver shot, unidentified black material, turquoise beads, and slightly domed carnelians.
Is Armlet in the public domain?
Armlet is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026